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Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area

Back Creek, NSW
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CampgroundFire PlaceTent SitePets WelcomeCaravansToiletsSwimming

About this campsite

The Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area provides a uniquely unspoiled and rustic camping experience. Situated on a picturesque flowing creek, you'll find ideal swimming spots, shaded areas provided by lush trees and eye-catching rapid flows guaranteed to sweep you into nature. Aside from the natural scenery, you might even catch sight of the area's adorable platypuses in the early morning or late afternoon. Although camping spaces aren't clearly marked and the area being somewhat confined, it promises an authentic encounter with nature, making it an exciting adventure for those seeking an off-the-beaten path experience.

The Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area is a charming and unique retreat nestled by the creek's edge, offering an immersive nature escape. The site features a lush tree canopy for satisfying shade and quick access to the refreshing creek waters, replete with invigorating rapids and serene swimming holes. Be enthralled by the elusive platypi that occasionally make an appearance during the early morning and late evening hours. The camping ground embodies a rugged beauty with its open-style car park layout, enhancing the feel of being one with nature. Despite its compact size, it provides ample opportunities for tranquility and the enjoyment of an intimate outdoor experience. It's perfect for nature lovers seeking peace amidst the captivating wilderness. Come imbibe the pristine atmosphere at Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area, where every moment is a memory waiting to be made.

How to Get There

Access to the site is by a gravel road leading about 300 metres from a sealed main road. The road is sometimes rough so check it out first if you are in a big van. The sign (on the Killarney Gap Road) says "Ancient Geological Site Glacial Area".

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Activities

Swimming

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Camping Area
Caravans

Facilities

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Very rough access road
Fire Place
Overnight Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
Walking
Photo Opportunity
Campgrounds
Clean flowing creek with rapids
Unknown feature
Mobile Phone Coverage
There are long drop toilets in this camping area

Location

Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area•Narrabri-Bingara Road, Back Creek, NSW, 2390

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌦️
24° / 13°
💧 45%
TUE🌦️
26° / 14°
💧 40%
WED🌤️
25° / 12°
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THU🌦️
24° / 10°
💧 4%
FRI🌦️
26° / 12°
💧 25%

Common questions about Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area

What facilities does Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area have?

Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area has very rough access road, fire place, overnight rest area, free overnight camp, walking and tent site. That is the short list; 17 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Are dogs allowed at Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area?

The record for Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area?

Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area sits in Back Creek, NSW. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Rocky Creek Narrabri Glacial Camping Area
FacilityOn site
Very rough access roadYes
Fire PlaceYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Free Overnight CampYes
WalkingYes
Tent SiteYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Pets WelcomeYes
ShadeYes
CampgroundsYes
Clean flowing creek with rapidsYes
Camping AreaYes
Yes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
There are long drop toilets in this camping areaYes
CaravansYes
ToiletsYes
SwimmingYes

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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Today
24°·43%·19km/h
No Rating
Tomorrow
26°·36%·18km/h
Low–Moderate
Wed
25°·30%·20km/h
Low–Moderate
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Narrabri-Bingara Road

Back Creek, NSW 2390

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